NEET UG counselling 2025 begins: MBBS registration link active, check how to apply and fee details

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has started the registration process for the first round of NEET UG 2025 counselling. This counselling is for students who passed the NEET UG 2025 exam and want to get admission in undergraduate medical courses like MBBS and BDS.

The registration form is now available on the official website of MCC — mcc.nic.in. Candidates can now register themselves and take part in the admission process.

NEET UG counselling for 2025 will happen in four rounds:

1. Round 1

2. Round 2

3. Round 3

4. Stray round

The last date to register for round 1 is July 28, 2025. Candidates also have to fill and lock their choices of colleges between July 22 and July 28.

Once the choices are locked, the seat allotment process for the first round will be held between July 29 and July 30. The provisional results of round 1 will be out on July 31, and the final results will be released between August 1 and August 6, 2025.

All candidates who qualified NEET UG 2025 and want to study in government or private medical colleges in India under the 15% All India Quota (AIQ) or in central universities must participate in this counselling process.

Step-by-step guide to apply and registration fees

Here is how you can apply for NEET UG 2025 counselling:

1. Go to the official MCC website: mcc.nic.in

2. Click on the link that says ‘NEET UG counselling 2025 registration’

3. You will be redirected to a new page where you must register using your basic details like name, roll number, and contact information.

4. After entering the details, you will need to pay the registration fee based on your category.

5. Once the fee is paid, your application is submitted. Save the confirmation page and also take a printout for future use.

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Registration Fee Structure

For candidates applying under the 15% All India Quota and central universities, the registration fees are as follows:

• General Category: ₹1,000

• Reserved Categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwD): ₹500

It is important to note that this fee is only for registration. A refundable security deposit will also be required later during seat allotment and admission.

All candidates must regularly check the official website for any updates or changes in the schedule. Missing deadlines may lead to loss of a seat or chance in the round.

When will NEET UG 2026 be held?

As for the NEET UG 2026 exam, the official date has not yet been announced. However, the exam conducting authority is expected to release the schedule soon. Students planning to appear for NEET 2026 should keep checking the official websites and stay updated.

NEET is one of the most important entrance exams for medical students in India. Every year, lakhs of students compete for a limited number of MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH seats across the country.

Key advice for NEET candidates

• Make sure to register before the July 28 deadline.

• Double-check your personal and academic details during registration.

• Keep your documents ready, such as NEET scorecard, ID proof, and educational certificates.

• Monitor the counselling schedule regularly to stay informed about future rounds and seat allotments.

• After each round, check the result and take timely action, like accepting the seat or upgrading options.

By following the steps carefully and staying alert to official updates, NEET UG candidates can secure a medical seat through the MCC counselling process.